2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ford E-150

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.

Because 2008 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C3 2008 Ford E-150
Make Citroen Ford
Model C3 E-150
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 4606 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 225 HP
Torque 118 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 6030 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 2120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 132 L


 

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